Arianna Carter
Birmingham
Summary
Dynamic Bakery Manager with over 10 years of experience leading successful baking operations. Expertise in team leadership, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Baker
Birmingham Breadworks
Birmingham
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Developed new bread recipes incorporating seasonal ingredients for menu updates.
- Managed daily baking operations ensuring product quality and consistency across batches.
- Trained junior bakers on techniques for dough preparation and pastry creation.
- Oversaw inventory management ensuring adequate supply of baking ingredients and tools.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Researched industry trends to introduce innovative baked goods appealing to customers.
- Maintained safe and sanitary area by checking food products' temperature and freshness.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
- Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature.
- Followed code dating procedures and adhered to legal regulations governing product labeling and packaging.
- Communicated with vendors for efficient delivery of wholesale orders.
- Observed color of baked products to adjust oven temperatures, humidity or conveyor speeds.
- Maintained atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with emphasis on fast customer service.
- Oversaw baking and cooking training to assist new staff members in professional development.
- Inspected finished goods prior to packaging or shipping to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Reviewed customer complaints promptly and took corrective action when necessary.
- Participated in meetings with other department heads to discuss operational issues impacting the bakery team.
Bakery Manager
Brick and Tin
Birmingham
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Supervised daily bakery operations to ensure product quality and freshness.
- Trained staff on baking techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock of ingredients and supplies.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demand and special orders.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food preparation areas.
- Developed new recipes and products to enhance bakery offerings and variety.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to address concerns and improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in all baked goods.
- Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and created specialty desserts.
- Scheduled employees to keep bakery shifts well-staffed for peak times and holidays.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated bakery staff on proper baking techniques and safety procedures.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Ordered necessary ingredients for daily operations, ensuring availability of items needed for recipes.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Checked freshness of bakery goods and food in bakery, removing and disposing of stale or outdated items.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling employee shifts, preparing payrolls and managing customer complaints.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ingredients and equipment used in the production process.
- Planned menus according to seasonality of products, customer demand and profit margins.
- Managed budgeting activities such as forecasting costs, setting prices and controlling expenses.
- Organized promotional campaigns to drive sales of baked goods through special offers or discounts.
- Researched industry trends in order to stay ahead of competitors in terms of product offerings.
- Created cost-effective strategies to reduce waste while increasing productivity levels.
- Revamped bakery menus by suggesting new regular and seasonal product offerings.
pasrty chef
The Fennec
Birmingham
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Crafted a variety of pastries using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Designed seasonal dessert menus to enhance guest experience at the restaurant.
- Managed inventory and ensured timely replenishment of pastry supplies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during service hours.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations in all baking processes.
- Experimented with new recipes to innovate and diversify dessert offerings.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the pastry station and storage areas.
- Assisted in menu planning for all pastry items.
- Decorated cakes with intricate designs and patterns.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
- Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
- Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly cleaned, maintained, stored and calibrated regularly.
- Organized daily tasks for the entire team of bakers ensuring efficient workflow.
- Monitored food quality and safety standards in the kitchen.
- Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for catered events.
- Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
Bakery Manager
Publix Bakery
Birmingham
11.2012 - 04.2019
- Supervised daily bakery operations to ensure product quality and freshness.
- Trained staff on baking techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock of ingredients and supplies.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demand and special orders.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food preparation areas.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to address concerns and improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in all baked goods.
- Decorated cakes
- Scheduled employees to keep bakery shifts well-staffed for peak times and holidays.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated bakery staff on proper baking techniques and safety procedures.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Ordered necessary ingredients for daily operations, ensuring availability of items needed for recipes.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Checked freshness of bakery goods and food in bakery, removing and disposing of stale or outdated items.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling employee shifts, preparing payrolls and managing customer complaints.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ingredients and equipment used in the production process.
- Displayed freshly baked items, cupcakes, cookies and cinnamon rolls on counters and tables to entice passersby to visit and make purchases at bakery.
- Provided exceptional customer service via phone and in person.
- Handled escalated issues with professionalism and care.
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florence High School
Florence, AL05-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Pastry Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Denver, COSkills
- Recipe development
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Multitasking proficiency
- Strong communication
- Staff training and development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Baker
Birmingham Breadworks
03.2024 - 04.2025
Bakery Manager
Brick and Tin
03.2022 - 04.2024
pasrty chef
The Fennec
08.2021 - 03.2022
Bakery Manager
Publix Bakery
11.2012 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Florence High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pastry Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts